Ethel Johnson Miles, 82, of Phenix City, AL, passed on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 in Phenix City, AL.
Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 noon ET, Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at Pine Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Dr. J.C. Fryer, Pastor, officiating. Interment to follow at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc.
Mrs. Ethel Johnson Miles, daughter of the late Florence Barber and the late Henry Preer, was born on November 28, 1943, in Phenix City, AL. On Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Ethel departed this earthly life and entered into her heavenly home, where she now rests in the eternal presence of the Lord.
Ethel attended South Girard School. She enjoyed showing her love for friends and family by cooking and baking. She was also a huge fan of wrestling and football. She enjoyed thrifting as well as decorating.
At a young age she accepted Christ at Pine Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Phenix City, AL., where she remained a faithful and lifelong member. She served on the Usher Board and Pastoral Care Ministry. She truly enjoyed every minute at the church and every aspect of having a church family.
Ethel was preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Miles; mother, Florence Barber; father, Henry Preer; brothers, Thomas Barber Jr., Henry Preer Jr., and Richard Lee Preer; sisters, Virginia L. Miles and Beatrice Brown; and a great-grandson, Tre'von Fluellen.
Ethel leaves to cherish her memory eight children: Clide (Sheila) Johnson, Vickey (Troy) Tabb, Butler Johnson, Brenda Johnson, Cynthia Johnson, Ronald Johnson, Donald (Ebony) Johnson, and Debra Jones, all of Phenix City, AL.
She also leaves 35 grandchildren, 81 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, 3 sisters; Margaret, Janet, and Valerie; 3 brothers, Bobby Davis, James Preer and Edward Preer; cousin as sister, Joann Lyles; and a host of family, friends and community.
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Beautiful Dreams was sent for Ethel Johnson Miles - August 18, 2026
We're very sorry for your loss and we will continue to keep the family in our prayers. Rest in Peace and Love, Auntie.
Beautiful Dreams was sent for Ethel Johnson Miles - August 18, 2026
We're very sorry for your loss and we will continue to keep the family in our prayers. Rest in Peace and Love, Auntie.
MY HEART โฅ๏ธ IS HURTING, CAN'T STOP CRYING. THANK GOD THAT YOU INTRODUCE HIM TO US AT AN EARLY AGE. WE WILL NEVER EVER FORGET YOU. GO ON AND REST NOW
Ma Ma Ma there is no words for how we miss you. WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH๐๐พโฅ๏ธ๐๐พ
I miss you every single day, Grandma Mae. โค๏ธ Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and wish you were still here with us. There are so many moments when I wish I could pick up the phone, hear your voice, see your beautiful smile, or just sit beside you one more time.
Losing you left a space in my heart that can never be filled. Some days I'm okay, and other days the memories hit me all over again. I miss the little things, the conversations, your presence, and simply knowing that you were here. I would give anything for just one more hug, one more conversation, or one more day with you.
Even though you're no longer here physically, your love, your memories, and everything you taught me will always be a part of me. I carry you with me in everything I do, and I hope I continue to make you proud.
I wish you could see how much you are still loved and missed. Your name, your memory, and the love you gave us will never be forgotten. You were such a beautiful and important part of my life, and I will forever be grateful for every moment I got to share with you.
I love you more than words could ever explain, and I miss you more than I could ever put into words. Until we meet again, please keep watching over us. ๐๏ธ๐ค
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever in my heart, Grandma Mae. โค๏ธ๐๏ธ
MY MY MY MA, HOW I MISS YOU. I WANTED TO CALL YOU THIS MORNING AND JUST TALK. LORD HAVE MERCY๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐พ
May God and his Angels wrap their arms around each and every one of you doing this season of bereavement. I remember her smiling face and welcoming embrace when I saw her last at her house and at the dentist office. She still remembered me as one of her daughter's Deb friends. I'm praying for you. Just know you did everything for her, and she was very loved at the end. May she continue to be everywhere in your hearts and live eternally as an Angel now.
Love, Samithia, Karmen and Jaicea
Praise God for sharing with us, the love-filled life of Sister Ethel Miles; a faithful and caring Child of God, an amazing Family Matriarch, and a cherished Member of our church family & community! May her wonderful Legacy of Love, live on through the many lives that she touched! Agape Love!๐ Arnold Family
Hi Mrs. Miles/Grandma Mae, I have been pondering on what to say about you. You wore many hats in this lifeโdaughter, niece, cousin, and friendโbut the top three that stand out most to me are Mother, Grandmother/Great-Grandmother, and a Disciple of the Lord.
You lived your life for the Lord and showed His Agape Love through your words, your actions, and the way you cared for others. You gave so much of yourself and touched the lives of so many people.
We love you, we appreciate you, and we are forever grateful for everything you did for everyone. Your love, wisdom, and beautiful spirit will always remain in our hearts.
Rest peacefully, Grandma Mae. Your work here is done, and your legacy of love and faith will continue through all of us.
With all my love, ๐Pursher(BKA Porchia)๐
I will always remember your encouragement and words of wisdom given to us. No matter how busy any of us were, you always made efforts to call us or hear our voices. You always loved us all evenly and we are all blessed to have you as a grandmother. Your children are all strong and they have poured the love that you gave them into us. I promise that we will continue to make you proud .
Grandma, I will forever cherish every memory I've had with you. I'll always remember how you would accidentally call me and tell me you love me. You always told me to pray about my worries and God will satisfy my needs. I'll carry your words with me forever. Thank you for loving me, believing in me, and giving me memories I'll never forget. Rest in heaven my angel. I love you forever. -Liyah
Grandma, I will forever cherish every memory I've had with you. I'll always remember how you would accidentally call me and tell me you love me. You always told me to pray about my worries and God will satisfy my needs. I'll carry your words with me forever. Thank you for loving me, believing in me, and giving me memories I'll never forget. Rest in heaven my angel. I love you forever. -Liyah
Grandma, I will forever cherish every memory I've had with you. I'll always remember how you would accidentally call me and tell me you love me. You always told me to pray about my worries and God will satisfy my needs. I'll carry your words with me forever. Thank you for loving me, believing in me, and giving me memories I'll never forget. Rest in heaven my angel. I love you forever. -Liyah
. Y sincere Condolences to the family and friends, RIP ETHEL ๐
We're very sorry for your loss and we will continue to keep the family in our prayers. Rest in Peace and Love, Auntie. Virginia L. Miles Family
I truly don't even know what to say. I am so SO sorry to hear the loss of Ethel Mae. My heart aches for you all during this unimaginable time. I am praying for you all and sending love your way. โค๏ธ
Prayers to you all,so sorry for y'all loss๐ข๐ขโฅ๏ธโฅ๏ธ Sabrina Howard
Grandma Mae,
Thanks for all the love you ALWAYS showed to myself, our children and the ENTIRE Phenix City!
I know by the way you lived, you are now resting with our Lord and Savior and we shall meet again someday!
No more pain, no more suffering! I can see you sitting with a smile with your pretty pink attire!
I'll miss walking into your home being greeted with a kiss and a hug by you!
Even on your sick bed you worshiped and praised God!
Thanks for all the years of showing me just what it look like to have a loving and caring grandma! ๐
Rest well,
We love you but God loves you more!
John 11:25-26
Eva
My condolences goes out to the family and prays god I ask you to cover each and everyone in this family that peace will come one day Amen
To the woman that welcome me with open arms into your family. You showed/ gave me the same kind of love as your other grand children. Not a day went by you didn't ask about me or miss the opportunity to tell me you love me. You have that energy that just draws a person to you. I felt that comfort, and love every time I was around you. Thank you for your love and generosity. Rest in peace lil lady. You will forever be loved, and missed.
I love you grandma Mae. - Tootie
Grandma,
There are so many things I wish I could say to you, so many memories I wish I could make one more time. I wish I could hug you, hear your voice, sit beside you, and tell you just how much you mean to me. If I could have one more moment with you, I would hold on a little tighter and never let go. Thank you for every bit of love you gave me. I hope you are at peace now, free from pain, surrounded by love and light. I hope somehow you can see just how deeply you are loved and how much you will be missed.
I love you, Grandma. ๐ Matt
Time may continue to move, but it will never erase you from my heart. I will carry your memory with me every day, in the person I am, in the lessons you taught me, and in the love you gave me. My heart is broken in a way I don't know how to explain. I know people will tell me to be strong, but right now I don't want to be strong. Right now, I just want my mother. When my heart feels like it can't handle this, I'll remind myself that I was blessed to have you as my mother. Rest peacefully Ma. You don't have to hurt anymore. You don't have to fight anymore. Just rest. I love you and I will forever miss you.
โค๏ธ Your baby boy, Don
Shoutout to one of the best Grandmas you could ever have. Words can't express the person and Grandma that you were. I just want you to know, thank you for everything. I'm going to miss you, and I love you.๐ค You will always have a special place in my heart.
#OneOfTheBestGrandmasEver!
To the best mother, I'm really going to miss you Ma love you
Grandma this is hard. I'm writing this with tears forming and I don't know if I can stop them. I've more days on this earth with you than I have without you and I can't even imagine how long this will take . Fridays will always mean more to me . Carrying you in my arms on days you were weak is where my strength comes from . You always fought , you always loved and you always gave . You left behind a legacy that most people dream of . 8 kids , 35 grand and 81 great grand. Every single one of us... came from you . The love you gave us all is what we must hold on too . The memories that will form years for years to come . Grandma I love you and I miss you . These days don't feel real without you . I'm grateful to have sat at your feet and heard the years of wisdom and faith that you gave me constantly . I'll cherish our moments , our hugs and our " I love you more's" . You are finally able to rest .
Grandma, I'm going to miss your hugs, your kisses, your phone calls. You were the best grandma a girl could ever ask for. I'm just grateful my kids got to know you and got to receive that same love that you gave me. I know you're sitting in heaven pretty as can be just like you did when you used to sit on your porch everyday. I love you forever until we meet again baby.
Praying for God's comfort and strength. I'm truly sorry for your loss ๐
Mommy I love you and I told you so many time I know you love me we had Favor from God in your last days we talk we prayed and Laugh But I am grateful for your love most of all showing us how to fight the good fight of faith we will continue smiling knowing you had time to tell us what to do once again God we thank you Favor
We love you and we miss you. We will continue to pray and stick together. Your legacy lives on through us and we will continue to make you smile down from heaven.
Rest in heavenly peace. T.
There are some goodbyes that words will never truly be enough to explain. Losing you has left a place in my heart that can never be filled, because you were so much more than my grandmother you were my best friend, my comfort, my strength, and one of the sweetest people I have ever known. I want you to know how grateful I am for every memory, every smile, every conversation, and every moment we shared. Your love was something special. You had a way of making people feel cared for, and I will carry that love with me for the rest of my life. My heart hurts knowing I can't call you, hear your voice, or sit beside you anymore. But I find comfort in knowing that your love will never leave me. You will live on through the memories you gave us, the lessons you taught us, and the love you planted in our family. Grandma, thank you for being my safe place, my blessing, and my best friend. I hope you knew just how deeply you were loved. If I could have one more moment with you, I would hold you tight and tell you how much you mean to me. I will miss you more than words can say. Until we meet again, I will keep your memory close to my heart and continue to love you every single day. Rest peacefully, Grandma. Your work here is done, but your love will live forever. I love you. I miss you. And I will never forget you. Forever your grandchild, Sharondra Johnson
Sending my condolences to the family ๐๐๐ชฝ๐ค๐ค๐
Grandma Mae I am going to miss you so much. I love you.
Grandma I love you and thanks for being my listening ear. You will be with me forever. Love you!
I never felt hurt like this. One of the best mama every. I love you ma.
My thoughts and prayers are to the family We were lifelong friends and she was a special lady.
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My sincere condolences to the family
To The Family of Mrs Ethel Miles Prayers For Your Comfort &Peace . Knowing Mrs Ethel as a strong woman who loved the Lord & her Family. It's been years since I've seen her but in the past she always had a smile & kind words for me whenever we ran into each other . Rest Well God Has You Now โค๏ธ๐๐พโค๏ธ
Look to the hills from which cometh all our help, knowing that all our help comes from the Lord.
My condolences and sincere prayers go out to the entire family of Mrs Ethel J.Miles. we pray that God will grant all of you the strength that is needed during this most difficult time May God bless each of you individually and collectively The Woods Family
Sending our condolences and deepest sympathies and prayers to the entire family from all of our family in Pensacola and Tampa Florida. Rod will be missed I liked him from day one and grew to love him just like family. He was so funny it was never a dull moment in his presence.
Sending condolences to the Miles and Johnson Family. ๐
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